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26 September, 06:06

A Physician orders Zithromax suspension 10mg/kg per day to be divided equally twice a day for a child who weighs 88 lb with acute bronchitis.

How many mg will the child receive per dose?

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  1. 26 September, 06:09
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    1kg = 2.205lbs

    10mg per 2.205

    10/2.205

    10 mg/2.205lbs = x/88lbs

    Now we solve for z

    10 times 88 = 880 divided by 2.205 =

    (Nearest tenths) = 399.1

    Thats for the day, there are 2 doses in one day, divide it by 2.

    Which equals to 199.55

    Answer: 199.55mg
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